WRITER: ASSUMPTION UNIVERSITY OF THAILAND
BANGKOK, May 18, 2025 — Assumption University of Thailand (AU) has become the host institution for the newly established UNESCO International Workstation on Rural Creativity and Sustainable Development (Thailand), solidifying its role as a leading hub for cross-border collaboration in rural innovation, cultural preservation, and digital transformation.
The announcement was made during a major academic workshop held at Peking University titled “Rural Asia: Digital Creativity and Local Sustainable Development”. The workshop brought together more than 100 scholars, experts, and institutional leaders from across Asia and Europe to explore the integration of digital technology, artistic practices, and cultural resources in support of sustainable rural development.
The launch of the Thailand-based workstation marks a strategic milestone in deepening Sino-Thai academic relations and expands the operational footprint of the UNESCO Chair on Rural Creativity and Sustainable Development. Designed as a platform for shared research, talent cultivation, and practical implementation, the initiative aims to bring together advanced digital tools and traditional wisdom to spark innovation in rural communities across Southeast Asia.
